Front Brake Hose Replacement (Without RPO LNF)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Locating Front Brake Hoses

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Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to Bleed Procedure Caution . CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution . NOTE: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice . Preliminary Procedure: Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Brake Pipe Fitting NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Procedure Cap or plug the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination. After the installation is complete, bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) . Tighten: 19 N.m (14 lb ft)
2	Brake Hose Bracket Bolt Tighten: 25 N.m (35 lb ft)
3	Brake Hose Tip: The brake hose bracket and retaining clip are replaced as an assembly with the brake hose.
4	Brake Hose Fitting Bolt Tighten: 48 N.m (35 lb ft)
5	Brake Hose Gasket (Qty: 2) Procedure Discard the brake hose gaskets. During assembly, install new brake hose gaskets.